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Summer Yoga Ideas for Kids
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinThe trees are green, the temps are rising, and… there are a lot more kids running around during the day. All signs point to the arrival of summer! For those of you who have mom or dad, aunt or uncle, or nanny attached to your job title, you’re probably already preparing the long list of […]
Why Do We Use Sanskrit in Yoga?
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinAUM or Om ( Sanskrit : ॐ) is a sacred sound or vibration from which all the manifest universe emanates. Whether you’re new or a seasoned yogi, chances are you’ve heard at least a few Sanskrit words. Sanskrit is the ancient language the first yogis spoke and the language in which many historic yoga texts […]
Yin Yoga
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinWhat is Yin Yoga? Yin yoga is based on the Taoist concept of yin and yang: the opposite and complementary principles in nature. While most of our yoga classes focus on yang – the changing and moving aspect – yin yoga focuses on the stable, unmoving aspect. In a yin class, you’ll experience passive floor […]
The Story Behind Fever | Yoga Cycle Strength
/in Grand Rapids Hot Yoga, Hot Yoga /by Shannon AustinOur Story: How Fever Became a Four-Pillar Wellness Studio Fever Yoga Cycle Strength was founded in 2016 with a simple intention: to create a space where people could move, breathe, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. What began as a single hot yoga room has evolved into something far more expansive — a multi-modality […]
Yoga Poses to Help You Sleep Better
/in Yoga Grand Rapids /by Shannon AustinAre you having trouble falling asleep at night? Do you wake up for work in the morning simply exhausted from tossing and turning? You’re not alone – and it could be costing you more than you think. Research shows that consistent lack of sleep can lead to associated health problems, such as anxiety, depression, and […]
4 Key Steps to Building an Arm Balance Practice
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinArm balances are everywhere these days. They pop up on Instagram and yoga studio posters as the epitome of yoga accomplishment. Yet, they’re often among the most frightening poses for students to try. The concept of flying fearlessly into wild, inverted poses plagues many yogis. I’m here to tell you: this collection of poses is […]
3 Reasons to Become a Yoga Teacher in Grand Rapids
/in Yoga Teacher Training /by Shannon AustinIf you’re feeling drawn to yoga teacher training, you’re not alone. Across Grand Rapids, more and more students are stepping beyond weekly practice and into the deeper study of yoga — not just to learn the postures, but to understand themselves, build community, and share what yoga has given them. Becoming a yoga teacher isn’t […]
What are the Staples of Yoga Etiquette?
/in Hot Yoga /by Shannon AustinThis week we’re getting into the nitty-gritty of studio etiquette. What are the staples of yoga etiquette that keep us flowing smoothly through our classes? It takes a tribe to keep Fever YCS going, and we always appreciate your consideration of these guidelines. Whether you’re a new friend or a veteran at our studio, these […]